This historic square in Nepal is home to temples dating back to the third century.

This elegant neoclassical garden is a peaceful oasis in the middle of the Nepalese capital.

One of the largest Buddhist stupas in the world keeps an eye out in every direction.

A towering work of stone and philosophy that was constructed using ancient Hindu science.

Buddhist monk remarkably preserved because he started the mummification process while still living.

Many Hindus make the long pilgrimage to this holy city to have their remains burned on the banks of the Ganges River.

There are millions of temples in India, but only one prominent temple dedicated to the Hindu creator god.

This opulent 16th-century Maharaja’s palace is a unique mix of Hindu and Muslim designs.

Remote town home to Himachalis, Israelis, and tons of hashish.

Deep in the Thar desert, a temple crawling with thousands of holy rats.

This hilltop warren of monastic dwellings is the result of centuries worth of Mongol attacks.

This peaceful Sikh gurudwara serves around 50,000 free meals every day within its gilded walls.

The world's second-largest sundial, made entirely out of stone.

The 953 windows undoubtedly make this the world's most beautiful screened porch.